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Mormons - 10 Things to Know about the Church of Latter Day Saints

Mormons - 10 Things to Know about the Church of Latter Day Saints

Often capturing public fascination, Mormonism can actually refer to several different groups. The most well-known group of Mormons is the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints, which was founded in the early 1800s.

Later, branches of the original Mormon church were started with each splitting over differences in theology or conflict over certain religious practices.

Here are 10 things to know about Mormonism:

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Kenya Closes 5 Churches after Pastor Urges Members to Fast Until Death: 425 Bodies Found

Kenya Closes 5 Churches after Pastor Urges Members to Fast Until Death: 425 Bodies Found

Kenya has closed five churches that the government says are linked to dangerous cult-like activities following the arrest of a leader who is being held responsible for the deaths of 400-plus people.